All-time best XI of Delhi Capitals (DC) in IPL
Some big names in the eleven.
9. Morne Morkel
Morne Morkel’s inclusion in this XI takes the tally of South African players to three, and that’s even without including the likes of AB De Villiers, Quinton de Kock and Kagiso Rabada. Morne Morkel played for the Delhi Capitals from 2011 to 2013, sandwiched between two spells for Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Morne Morkel’s most prolific season came in 2012 as he picked up 25 wickets and was deservingly awarded with the purple cap for his efforts. One may argue that this spot belongs to his Proteas teammate Kagiso Rabada but Morne Morkel’s record speaks volumes. He is Delhi Capitals’ second highest wicket taker of all time and is their only player to win the purple cap award.
The lanky South African has has taken 51 wickets in 40 matches for Delhi Capitals at a strike rate of 18.5 and an economy rate of 7.52 which is great for a bowler who bowls primarily during the powerplay and the death overs. His displays for the side, which came during a transition period for the franchise were too good to be overlooked and his place in this team is justified in every regard.
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